Overweight and obesity

Do you know overweight, obesity and their related conditions account for about 2.8million deaths annually and accounts for much more death worldwide than underweight.

Overweight and obesity are defined as "abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that may impair health" but clinically defined as a Body mass index (BMI) equal to or more than 25, and obesity as a BMI equal to or more than 30. BMI – The weight in kilograms divided by the square of the height in meters (kg/m2) – is a commonly used index to classify overweight and obesity in adults.

The common error in body weight assessment is using the weight without relating it to the height.

VAGINAL DISCHARGE !!!

Why she keeps her legs closed

Vaginal discharge tends to be a real problem in our society considering the unwillingness to discuss such by people affected due to some sort of shame and stigma leading to prolong duration of such without adequate care and leading to further complications ranging from depression to infertility which could be abated if affected persons seek care early.

VAGINAL DOUCHING Harmful Or Beneficial?

INTRO.

"Hello Doc, is douching bad ?"

"Hi Doc, I don't feel clean down there,what do I need to do?"

"....when he goes down on me he makes this face of disgust, it's embarrassing"

Arrrrrggggghhhhh! I just can't deal no more.

These questions and lots more are frequently asked by women; in fact most ladies make allusion to it in one way or the other. I really must have missed the ceremony where I became a consultant Gynaecologist with special interest in

Overweight and obesity control and prevention.

How can overweight and obesity be reduced?

Overweight and obesity, as well as their related non-communicable diseases, are largely preventable. Supportive environments and communities are fundamental in shaping people’s choices, making the healthier choice of foods and regular physical activity the easiest choice (accessible, available and affordable), and therefore preventing obesity.